Vented Cavity–Top Vented Cavity
SECTION 3
FRAMING
#BHM-38 & #BHM-38-BW
R.1 September 2021
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HUSSONG MFG. CO., INC.
KOZY HEAT FIREPLACES
3.8.3.1 Top Vented Cavity Option
Alternative Installations
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FIGURE 3.22
shows the installation of crown molding or similar
trim work that goes up to the edge of the air discharge opening.
12” (305mm) is the maximum length of the molding or trim
projection and you must maintain 1-1/2” (38mm) clearance for
the full length of crown molding/trim projection. This molding or
trim cannot decrease the minimum opening requirement.
12” (305mm)
MAX
1
½
” (38mm)
MIN
88”
(2235mm)
MIN
1
½
”
(38mm)
Ceiling
*must maintain 1
½
” clearance for full
length of crown molding/trim projection
Enclosure
Air discharge opening
entire top at 1
½
” minimum
FRONT VIEW
SIDE VIEW
FIGURE 3.22
Top Vented Cavity with Crown Molding
TOP VENTED CAVITY INSTALLATION